2002 Honda VTX1800 Suspension Problems

“The flange bearing on the rear wheel failed. The bearing was rough and very hard to turn. Many, many metal shavings were found in the rear hub assembly. These shavings were from the bearing. The problem was found when installing a new tire. The dealership replaced the entire flange assembly. They only charged me labor, did not charge me for the part. They are a very, very good dealership.”

“I was having the rear tire changed and I checked the bearings. It has been reported on the Honda web site that there have been several problems. The bearings were replaced and it was found that one was severely damaged. I have the bearing and photos.”

“I own a 2002 Honda vt1800c motorcycle and there is a manufacturer's defect on the rear wheel bearings. I only have 12,000 miles on this motorcycle and the rear wheel bearings are shot to hell. I have done extensive research on this subject with owner forums and see that many owners have the same problem but yet Honda refuses to recognize that they have a defect or need a recall. It is my opinion that Honda is not recalling this particular factory defect due to lack of a quality fix. …”

“My 2002 vtx 1800 experienced rear wheel bearing failure with less than 10,000 miles on the bike. The bearing was checked by a Honda dealer and was found to be locked up. Repair is being completed by dealer with expense out of my pocket.”

“I have a 2002 Honda vtx1800r motorcycle. While removing rear wheel and tire for a tire replacement I found one of the flange bearings damaged. The inner cage of the bearing was completely torn apart and the balls while still in the race of the bearing housing were worn. I had been battling a vibration on this motorcycle for nearly 8000 miles. I was not able to detect this while turning the wheel with the motorcycle on jack. I had thought it was tire related but I know now that this was not the problem. …”